Portret van paus Pius VIII c. 1825 - 1836

This portrait of Pope Pius VIII, created by Antoine Maurin sometime between 1825 and 1836, depicts the pontiff in formal attire. The artwork is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The portrait, rendered in black and white, showcases Pius VIII in a close-up view, with the focus on his face and the detailed depiction of his papal robes. The inscription below the image identifies the Pope and the artist, adding a historical context to the work.